Tomato prices double ahead of Eid in Pakistan, reaching over Rs200 per kg; Peshawar imposes a ban on transporting tomatoes out of the district.

Tomato prices double ahead of Eid in Pakistan, reaching over Rs200 per kilogram in some areas. District government sets price at Rs100 per kg, but this spike occurs every year during Ramadan and Eidul Azha without authorities taking significant action. Peshawar's Deputy Commissioner imposes a ban on transporting tomatoes out of the district using Section 144 to address the shortage and soaring prices.

June 15, 2024
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